A major cyber incident disrupts IT systems in multiple London councils, impacting resident services. Authorities, including the National Cyber Security Centre, are working to secure data and restore operations.

A study in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health reveals that fame significantly increases mortality risk for lead singers active from 1950 to 1990, shortening life expectancy by about 4.6 years. Researchers suggest fame's pressures and lifestyle factors, such as scrutiny and substance use, contribute to this risk, while also noting the study's limitations in sample diversity and generalizability.

Wipro and IISc have joined forces to advance research in AI and quantum technologies, focusing on sectors like telecom and healthcare. The initiative aims to convert academic insights into scalable business solutions, reflecting a trend of academic-industry collaborations.

Northwestern and Harvard universities are nearing deals with the Trump administration to lift funding freezes and end federal antisemitism probes, potentially restoring billions in research funding. These agreements may involve increased government oversight and changes to university practices, sparking debate over free speech and conservative activism on campus.

Enhanced Games is pivoting from elite sports to consumer health, with plans for a Nasdaq IPO to raise $200 million and expand into performance-enhancement products by 2026. Leadership changes accompany this shift, emphasizing a blend of scientific advancement and athlete performance, with upcoming competitions and product launches aimed at democratizing access to enhancement tools.

RLWRLD has partnered with Microsoft to enhance industrial robotics AI using Microsoft's Azure cloud and research capabilities. This alliance aims to revolutionize robotics AI globally, focusing on advanced training methods and expanding commercialization in Asia.

Onton, the AI shopping platform, raised $7.5 million to expand from furniture into apparel and electronics, leveraging a surge in user growth. The platform employs a neuro-symbolic engine to streamline and enhance the online shopping experience, aiming to cut decision times from 79 days to under a day.

SK Telecom and Samsung Electronics have signed a joint research pact to advance 6G technologies focused on AI-powered radio access networks. The collaboration aims for a 2028 launch in South Korea, leveraging advanced AI applications for enhanced signal prediction and optimized data transmission.

A Nature study reveals land-use changes like urbanization and agriculture diminish bird functional diversity, threatening ecosystem stability. The research emphasizes protecting functional diversity over species count to sustain ecosystem services and resilience against disturbances.

AI-generated GTA 6 leaks, though fake, are misleading millions, highlighting growing challenges in verifying online content. Platforms struggle to manage AI content, prompting calls for clearer regulations.